Habits of Mind for Academic Success and Beyond – Online Professional Development Course
This 3-credit online course for teachers demonstrates how to help students of all ages develop healthy habits that can help them succeed in the classroom and in life.
Click Here to View SyllabusUMass Global University Course Code: EDDU 9779
Course Description
Have you observed that some students have particular habits that promote their learning and success, while others seem to lack these important habits? In addition to teaching academic content, do you strive to instill kindness, resilience, perseverance, and other valuable characteristics in your students? Wouldn’t you love to have a classroom full of students who are attentive, respectful, and innovative and who love to take calculated risks, listen attentively, and work well with others? If so, then you’ll appreciate this online class on habits of mind.
Designed for all types of teachers, this professional development course provides an in-depth look at universal factors of success – learning and study habits that can be formed through guidance and practice. Once students adopt these behaviors, when faced with challenges, they’ll be able to triumph over adversity, behave with integrity, and fulfill their potential.
The online course for teachers covers a variety of success habits, including:
persistence
empathy
kindness
self control and managing impulsivity
attentive and deliberate listening
metacognition (understanding your own thought process)
curiosity, questioning, and inquiry
respect
responsible, learned optimism
making the most of mistakes
welcoming challenges through a growth mindset
accountability and taking ownership
working and learning interdependently
imagination, innovation, and creativity
passion
humor
audacity and responsible risk-taking
This 3-credit online course is approved by LAUSD for salary points and by other districts in California for professional development credits or graduate-level credits available through Brandman University. You can check with your school district to find out which professional development credit type you need.
The course is comprised of 3 units. For each unit, you’ll read a lesson, watch a video, take a quiz, and complete an assignment. Throughout the professional development course, you’ll post your responses in an online discussion forum, for interaction with other teachers who are taking the online course.
Reviews
Here's what some teachers had to say about how Habits of Mind for Academic Success & Beyond impacted their teaching career:
“One important idea that I gained through this class is that habits of mind are skills that we can practice to get better. No one is born with it, but we can all obtain it through perseverance and practice. This is a good point that I can relate to my students.”
“Understanding that humor is part of habits of mind, and it can help students with retention skills, I decided to utilize humor in my instruction even more. Also, growth mindset attitude will be enforced in my class for students' healthy mind, soul, and brain.”
Learning Outcomes
In this online course, you’ll learn about habits of mind and how to instill and reinforce healthy, positive behaviors in students.
Number of Professional Development Credits / Salary Points
Teachers throughout California and the U.S. can earn 3 professional development credits by completing this online course or 3 graduate level credits (awarded through Brandman University in Irvine, California). This course is also worth 3 salary points awarded by the LAUSD (Los Angeles Unified School District), depending on the credit type you choose.
Target Audience
This course is designed for all types of Pre-K through 12th grade teachers, including: early childhood education teachers, elementary school teachers, middle school teachers, high school teachers, special education teachers, staff, and administrators.
Additional Information/Questions
Here’s additional information about the Habits of Mind for Academic Success online professional development course:
This course is 100% online – the coursework and interaction.
You’ll have six months to complete all of your coursework from the date that you purchase this online course. If you’re enrolled in three or more 3-credit online courses simultaneously, upon request, you’ll be allowed one year to complete the course.
Once you’ve successfully completed the Habits of Mind for Academic Success course, you’ll earn 3 LAUSD salary points, 3 professional development credits, or 3 graduate-level professional development credits.
If you have any questions about the Habits of Mind for Academic Success course, or any of our other professional development online courses, please email help@education4equity.com.
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If you’re interested in Habits of Mind for Academic Success, you might also like these related online courses:
Disclaimer
Disclaimer: This online professional development class has been approved by the LAUSD and UTLA Joint Salary Point Credit Committee. Please note, however, that the LAUSD does not endorse this online class provider over any other.
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Gear up for success with the Education4Equiy High School CAST Practice Test! This comprehensive resource is meticulously designed to help students excel on the California Science Test (CAST). Packed with targeted practice questions, Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), and invaluable test-taking strategies, this book equips your students with the knowledge and skills needed to conquer the CAST. Prepare with confidence, surpass expectations, and embark on a rewarding science journey with the Education4Equiy High School CAST Practice Test!
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Realistic Simulations: Experience the actual CAST test environment with realistic practice test questions that mirror the structure and difficulty level of the real exam.
Test-Taking Strategies: Discover effective strategies that help students manage their time, approach different question types, and eliminate incorrect answer choices, empowering them to perform their best on test day.
Visual Aids and Diagrams: Visualize complex concepts easily with engaging illustrations, diagrams, and charts that aid in comprehension and help students make connections between different scientific ideas.
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STUDENT EDITION ONLY – TEACHER EDITION WITH ANSWER KEY SOLD SEPARATELY
Gear up for success with the Education4Equiy High School CAST Practice Test! This comprehensive resource is meticulously designed to help students excel on the California Science Test (CAST). Packed with targeted practice questions, Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), and invaluable test-taking strategies, this book equips your students with the knowledge and skills needed to conquer the CAST. Prepare with confidence, surpass expectations, and embark on a rewarding science journey with the Education4Equiy High School CAST Practice Test!
What’s Inside?
Comprehensive Coverage: This book provides thorough coverage of all the key concepts and topics tested in the California Science Test (CAST).
Realistic Simulations: Experience the actual CAST test environment with realistic practice test questions that mirror the structure and difficulty level of the real exam.
Test-Taking Strategies: Discover effective strategies that help students manage their time, approach different question types, and eliminate incorrect answer choices, empowering them to perform their best on test day.
Visual Aids and Diagrams: Visualize complex concepts easily with engaging illustrations, diagrams, and charts that aid in comprehension and help students make connections between different scientific ideas.
Expertly Crafted: Developed by experienced educators, this CAST preparation book combines their knowledge and expertise to provide you with the most effective tools and resources for success.
Click Here to View SampleView Letter of RecommendationeBooks come with a one year license.
TEACHER EDITION ONLY – STUDENT EDITIONS SOLD SEPARATELY
Gear up for success with the Education4Equiy High School CAST Practice Test! This comprehensive resource is meticulously designed to help students excel on the California Science Test (CAST). Packed with targeted practice questions, Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), and invaluable test-taking strategies, this book equips your students with the knowledge and skills needed to conquer the CAST. Prepare with confidence, surpass expectations, and embark on a rewarding science journey with the Education4Equiy High School CAST Practice Test!
What’s Inside?
NGSS Aligned Answer Key (Not included in student edition): The included answer key not only gives the answers to each of the CAST practice test questions, but also demonstrates the NGSS standards that students and teachers should know to get a question correct.
Comprehensive Coverage: This book provides thorough coverage of all the key concepts and topics tested in the California Science Test (CAST).
Realistic Simulations: Experience the actual CAST test environment with realistic practice test questions that mirror the structure and difficulty level of the real exam.
Test-Taking Strategies: Discover effective strategies that help students manage their time, approach different question types, and eliminate incorrect answer choices, empowering them to perform their best on test day.
Visual Aids and Diagrams: Visualize complex concepts easily with engaging illustrations, diagrams, and charts that aid in comprehension and help students make connections between different scientific ideas.
Expertly Crafted: Developed by experienced educators, this CAST preparation book combines their knowledge and expertise to provide you with the most effective tools and resources for success.
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What’s Inside?
Comprehensive Coverage: This book provides thorough coverage of all the key concepts and topics tested in the California Science Test (CAST).
Realistic Simulations: Experience the actual CAST test environment with realistic practice test questions that mirror the structure and difficulty level of the real exam.
Test-Taking Strategies: Discover effective strategies that help students manage their time, approach different question types, and eliminate incorrect answer choices, empowering them to perform their best on test day.
Visual Aids and Diagrams: Visualize complex concepts easily with engaging illustrations, diagrams, and charts that aid in comprehension and help students make connections between different scientific ideas.
Expertly Crafted: Developed by experienced educators, this CAST preparation book combines their knowledge and expertise to provide you with the most effective tools and resources for success.
Click Here to View SampleView Letter of RecommendationeBooks come with a one year license.
TEACHER EDITION ONLY – STUDENT EDITIONS SOLD SEPARATELY
Gear up for success with the Education4Equiy High School CAST Practice Test! This comprehensive resource is meticulously designed to help students excel on the California Science Test (CAST). Packed with targeted practice questions, Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), and invaluable test-taking strategies, this book equips your students with the knowledge and skills needed to conquer the CAST. Prepare with confidence, surpass expectations, and embark on a rewarding science journey with the Education4Equiy High School CAST Practice Test!
What’s Inside?
NGSS Aligned Answer Key (Not included in student edition): The included answer key not only gives the answers to each of the CAST practice test questions, but also demonstrates the NGSS standards that students and teachers should know to get a question correct.
Comprehensive Coverage: This book provides thorough coverage of all the key concepts and topics tested in the California Science Test (CAST).
Realistic Simulations: Experience the actual CAST test environment with realistic practice test questions that mirror the structure and difficulty level of the real exam.
Test-Taking Strategies: Discover effective strategies that help students manage their time, approach different question types, and eliminate incorrect answer choices, empowering them to perform their best on test day.
Visual Aids and Diagrams: Visualize complex concepts easily with engaging illustrations, diagrams, and charts that aid in comprehension and help students make connections between different scientific ideas.
Expertly Crafted: Developed by experienced educators, this CAST preparation book combines their knowledge and expertise to provide you with the most effective tools and resources for success.
Lifting Every Voice through Academic Discourse and Public Speaking – Online Professional Development Course
This 1-credit online course is designed to give teachers practical ways they can help students find their voices and develop their public speaking skills.
Click Here to View SyllabusLAUSD Course Code: NA-11-134
UMass Global University Course Code: EDLU 9949Course Description
“Public speaking” doesn’t only apply to standing on a stage in front of thousands of people and giving a speech. Public speaking takes place every day in classrooms, but not all students are comfortable with it. If you’d like to help your students speak up and speak out, you’ll enjoy this online class on public speaking. Many students are afraid to speak up about issues that are important to them. Or they might want to be heard, but don’t know how to jump into the discussions. In this professional development course for teachers, you’ll learn how to make a difference in your student’s lives by facilitating and accommodating participation from all of your students. The course includes real-world tips and strategies for helping students articulate their ideas, negotiate and discuss them with others, and strengthen their points of view and voices.
Designed for all types of teachers, this online professional development course on public speaking and academic discourse includes best practices for:
how to incorporate more academic discourse throughout content instruction
how to facilitate debate, speech-giving, and spoken word
how to overcome barriers to effective speaking
This 1-credit online course is approved by LAUSD for salary points and by other districts in California for professional development credits or graduate-level credits available through University of Massachusetts Global. You can check with your school district to find out which professional development credit type you need.
Learning Outcomes
In this online course, you’ll learn how to help students engage in academic discourse and improve their public speaking skills.
Number of Professional Development Credits / Salary Points
Teachers throughout California and the U.S. can earn 1 professional development credit by completing this online course or 1 graduate level credit (awarded through University of Massachusetts Global, formerly known as Brandman University). This course is also worth 1 salary point awarded by the LAUSD (Los Angeles Unified School District), depending on the credit type you choose.
Target Audience
This course is designed for all types of Pre-K through 12th grade teachers, including: early childhood education teachers, elementary school teachers, middle school teachers, high school teachers, special education teachers, staff, and administrators.
NA-11-134 is the LAUSD course code for Academic Discourse and Public Speaking which you’ll need to use to get credit for salary points from the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD).
Additional Information/Questions
Here’s additional information about the Academic Discourse and Public Speaking online professional development course:
This course is 100% online – the coursework and interaction.
You’ll have six months to complete all of your coursework from the date that you purchase this online course.
Once you’ve successfully completed the Academic Discourse and Public Speaking course, you’ll earn 1 LAUSD salary point, 1 professional development credit, or 1 graduate-level professional development credit.
If you have any questions about the Academic Discourse and Public Speaking course, or any of our other professional development online courses, please email help@education4equity.com.
Related Courses
If you’re interested in Academic Discourse and Public Speaking you might also like these related online courses:
Lifting Every Voice through Creative Writing and Publishing (3 credits / LAUSD Salary Points)
Arts Integration for Equity and Excellence - Music (3 credits / LAUSD Salary Points)
Disclaimer
Disclaimer: This online professional development class has been approved by the LAUSD and UTLA Joint Salary Point Credit Committee. Please note, however, that the LAUSD does not endorse this online class provider over any other.
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Lifting Every Voice through Academic Discourse and Public Speaking – Online Professional Development Course
This 1-credit online course is designed to give teachers practical ways they can help students find their voices and develop their public speaking skills.
Click Here to View SyllabusUMass Global University Course Code: EDLU 9949Course Description
“Public speaking” doesn’t only apply to standing on a stage in front of thousands of people and giving a speech. Public speaking takes place every day in classrooms, but not all students are comfortable with it. If you’d like to help your students speak up and speak out, you’ll enjoy this online class on public speaking. Many students are afraid to speak up about issues that are important to them. Or they might want to be heard, but don’t know how to jump into the discussions. In this professional development course for teachers, you’ll learn how to make a difference in your student’s lives by facilitating and accommodating participation from all of your students. The course includes real-world tips and strategies for helping students articulate their ideas, negotiate and discuss them with others, and strengthen their points of view and voices.
Designed for all types of teachers, this online professional development course on public speaking and academic discourse includes best practices for:
how to incorporate more academic discourse throughout content instruction
how to facilitate debate, speech-giving, and spoken word
how to overcome barriers to effective speaking
This 1-credit online course is approved by LAUSD for salary points and by other districts in California for professional development credits or graduate-level credits available through University of Massachusetts Global. You can check with your school district to find out which professional development credit type you need.
Learning Outcomes
In this online course, you’ll learn how to help students engage in academic discourse and improve their public speaking skills.
Number of Professional Development Credits / Salary Points
Teachers throughout California and the U.S. can earn 1 professional development credit by completing this online course or 1 graduate level credit (awarded through University of Massachusetts Global, formerly known as Brandman University). This course is also worth 1 salary point awarded by the LAUSD (Los Angeles Unified School District), depending on the credit type you choose.
Target Audience
This course is designed for all types of Pre-K through 12th grade teachers, including: early childhood education teachers, elementary school teachers, middle school teachers, high school teachers, special education teachers, staff, and administrators.
Additional Information/Questions
Here’s additional information about the Academic Discourse and Public Speaking online professional development course:
This course is 100% online – the coursework and interaction.
You’ll have six months to complete all of your coursework from the date that you purchase this online course.
Once you’ve successfully completed the Academic Discourse and Public Speaking course, you’ll earn 1 LAUSD salary point, 1 professional development credit, or 1 graduate-level professional development credit.
If you have any questions about the Academic Discourse and Public Speaking course, or any of our other professional development online courses, please email help@education4equity.com.
Related Courses
If you’re interested in Academic Discourse and Public Speaking you might also like these related online courses:
Lifting Every Voice through Creative Writing and Publishing (3 credits / LAUSD Salary Points)
Arts Integration for Equity and Excellence - Music (3 credits / LAUSD Salary Points)
Disclaimer
Disclaimer: This online professional development class has been approved by the LAUSD and UTLA Joint Salary Point Credit Committee. Please note, however, that the LAUSD does not endorse this online class provider over any other.
“One important idea that I gained through this class is that habits of mind are skills that we can practice to get better. No one is born with it, but we can all obtain it through perseverance and practice. This is a good point that I can relate to my students.”
